INNO DAYS
Mark your calendar for 2025! Join us on the evening of July 2, followed by a full day with our team on July 3.
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Save the Date
When: evening of July 2th + entire day of July 3rd
Where: Wibu-Systems’ campus, Zimmerstrasse 5, Karlsruhe - check here for the directions to our head offices
Why: Because a digital world demands a professional strategy
Don't miss out! This event happens only once a year, and it promises to be unforgettable. 
Register now to secure your spot and join us in celebrating innovation, security, and success! 
#WIBUdays25 #SoftwareMonetization #Cybersecurity #Licensing
If you missed the roundtable that we streamed live, you can re-live the enlightening discussions from Dr. Munkelt, Dr. Schaad, Uwe Schnepf and our very own CEO, Mr. Winzenried. Watch the replay!
2024 INNO DAYS Edition
Join us for INNO DAYS – a spectacular hybrid event celebrating Wibu-Systems' remarkable 35th anniversary! 
Calling all software vendors (ISVs) and intelligent device manufacturers (IDMs) from around the world! Get ready to immerse yourself in the latest software monetization trends, from protection and licensing to cybersecurity.
In 2024, we're breaking barriers and welcoming attendees globally. 
The highlight of the event? Our candid and engaging roundtable discussion on a hot industry trend, live-streamed and conducted entirely in English for a broader audience.
But that's not all! Our event offers a plethora of enriching experiences for those joining us in person:
Inspirational keynote to set the stage
Roundtable with leading cybersecurity experts from our solution partners
Real-world reports and success stories
Cutting-edge monetization strategies
Expert guidance on IP protection and licensing
Personal interactions with CodeMeter creators during breaks
Guided tour of our campus
For those arriving on June 25th, indulge in a delightful gourmet dinner with fellow attendees. It's the perfect opportunity to network and discuss the future of your business.
Agenda of June 25th, 2024
Meeting point: Lobby of Wibu-Systems
Departure time: 5:30 pm
Our team will guide you to a local restaurant for a memorable culinary journey; let's come together and engage in meaningful conversations that inspire and enrich.
For the overnight accommodation, a room contingent is reserved at the "Holiday Inn Express" hotel, just 50 m away. Reequest the special booking code during the sign up process to enjoy a favorable rate. Alternatively, you can find an ample choice of accommodation options here.
Agenda of June 26th, 2024
| 09.00am – 09.30am CEST | Welcoming our guests Oliver Winzenried, CEO and Founder of Wibu-Systems |
| 09:30am – 10.15am CEST | Plenary session: Protecting and monetizing 3D-printed spare parts in the automotive industry Janis Kretz, Digital Supply Chain Manager Center of Competence 3D-Printing, Daimler Buses Stefan Bamberg, Director Sales & KAM, Wibu-Systems |
| 10:15am – 10.45am CEST | Encryption and Obfuscation: Latest trends in software protection Axel Engelmann, R&D Software, Team Lead Protection Technologies, Wibu-Systems |
| 10.45am – 11.15am CEST | Coffee break and showcase area Networking and special demonstration of INFORMATICS License Central Connector, a SAP communication framework |
| 11.15am – 11.45am CEST | Enabling Business Model Transformation via Software Monetization in Industry 4.0 Laurent Macquet, Concept Team & Software Development Manager, Desoutter Industrial Tools |
| 11.45am – 12.15pm CEST | License Management: Best practice approach for License Creation and Delivery Ruediger Kuegler, VP Professional Services, Wibu-Systems |
| 12.15pm – 01.15pm CEST | Lunch Break in the local canteen |
| 01.15pm – 02.00pm CEST | Keynote: Cyberattacks today Christoph Fischer, Managing Director, BFK edv-consulting |
| 02.00pm – 02.30pm CEST | Cyber Resilience Act Readiness Plan Dr. Carmen Kempka, Director Corporate Technology, Wibu-Systems |
| 02.30pm – 03.00pm CEST | Security in Food Industry Pravin Karthick Murugesan, Automation Engineer, Tetra Pak |
| 03.00pm – 03.30pm CEST | Coffee break and showcase area Networking and special demonstration of Hilscher's Flagship Store for the OI4 Community |
| 03:30pm – 05.30pm CEST | Roundtable: Redefining the Future: Software-Driven Business Models Unleashed Dr. Olaf Munkelt, Managing Director, MVTec Software - The Role of Machine Vision in Shaping Future Business Models - Innovations in Machine Learning for Industrial Applications Dr. Andreas Schaad, Professor for IT security, University of Applied Sciences of Offenburg - Future Trends in Cybersecurity for Software-Driven Businesses - The Intersection of AI and Cybersecurity Uwe Schnepf, Head of Product Management Industrial IoT, Hilscher Gesellschaft für Systemautomation - The Impact of Industrial IoT on Business Models - Interoperability and Standardization in Industrial IoT Oliver Winzenried, CEO and Founder of Wibu-Systems - The Future of Software Licensing and Protection - Enabling Secure Digital Transformation Moderator: Steve Atkins, CEO, Krowne Communications |
| 05.30pm CEST | Final comments and End |
Contributors
Oliver Winzenried
CEO and Founder
Wibu-Systems
Janis Kretz
Digital Supply Chain Manager Center of Competence 3D-Printing
Daimler Buses
Stefan Bamberg
Director Sales & KAM
Wibu-Systems
Axel Engelmann
R&D Software, Team Lead Protection Technologies
Wibu-Systems
Laurent Macquet
Concept Team & Software Development Manager
Desoutter Industrial Tools
Ruediger Kuegler
VP Professional Services
Wibu-Systems
Christoph Fischer
Managing Director
BFK edv-consulting
Dr. Carmen Kempka
Director Corporate Technology
Wibu-Systems
Pravin Karthick Murugesan
Automation Engineer
Tetra Pak
Dr. Olaf Munkelt
Managing Director
MVTec Software
Dr. Andreas Schaad
Professor for IT security
University of Applied Sciences of Offenburg
Uwe Schnepf
Head of Product Management Industrial IoT
Hilscher Gesellschaft für Systemautomation
One-to-One Meetings
Engage in personal discussions with the creators of CodeMeter throughout the event. We are available for conversations before, during, and after the event on both days, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Your dedicated contacts will be:
Product Management
- Wolfgang Voelker, Director Product Management & Product Manager CodeMeter, CodeMeter Protection Suite
- David Paine, Product Manager CmCloud, CodeMeter Cloud Lite, CodeMeter License Portal
- Marco Blume, Product Manager CodeMeter Embedded, CodeMeter µEmbedded, CodeMeter Certificate Vault, CodeMeter Keyring for TIA Portal
- Karl-Friedrich Press, Product Manager CodeMeter License Central
Support
For queries about support processes and prioritization categories.
- Uwe Traschuetz, Director Support & Wibu Operating Services (WOPS)
Research & Development Software
- Andrej Krasnik, Director Research and Development Software
- Axel Engelmann, R&D Software, Team Lead Protection Technologies
Corporate Technology
- Dr. Carmen Kempka, Director Corporate Technology
Sales
- Stefan Bamberg, Director Sales and Key Account Management
- Thomas Warnken, Senior Key Account Manager
- Patrick Fauti, Key Account Manager
- Huub Oosterbroek, Sales and Area Director
- Marcel Hartgerink, Sales and Area Director
Senior Management
- Oliver Winzenried, CEO
- Thomas Oberle, Member of the Management Board
Impressions from INNO DAYS 2024